1
as in helm
usually reins plural
the place of leadership or command
after the president resigned, the vice president stepped in and took the reins of the company
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2
as in restriction
the act or practice of keeping something (as an activity) within certain boundaries
the oversight committee called on the state to keep a much tighter rein on the activities of its contractors
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as in power
usually reins plural
the right or means to command or control others
a peaceful transfer of the reins of government has always been a hallmark of our nation
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as in to restrain
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Recent Examples of rein
Melissa Santos, Axios, 2 Dec. 2024
As a case study of moral injury, Hatch uses a 2021 incident in Del Rio when agents on horseback appeared in some viral photos to be whipping immigrants with their reins — which a federal investigation later determined hadn’t happened.
—Giovanna Dell’orto, Los Angeles Times, 28 Nov. 2024
San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Nov. 2024
Those moves have accelerated criticisms from Democrats who warn that Trump’s election hands government reins to movement conservatives who spent years envisioning how to concentrate power in the West Wing and impose a starkly rightward shift across the U.S. government and society.
—Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 24 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Yes, but: In January, Inslee will hand the reins to Governor-elect Bob Ferguson, who may have different spending priorities.
—Melissa Santos, Axios, 2 Dec. 2024
As a case study of moral injury, Hatch uses a 2021 incident in Del Rio when agents on horseback appeared in some viral photos to be whipping immigrants with their reins — which a federal investigation later determined hadn’t happened.
—Giovanna Dell’orto, Los Angeles Times, 28 Nov. 2024
Verb
Supervisors consider how to rein it in San Diego County schools retirement program outsources financial advisers
Is Georgia’s election system constitutional?
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Nov. 2024
Those moves have accelerated criticisms from Democrats who warn that Trump’s election hands government reins to movement conservatives who spent years envisioning how to concentrate power in the West Wing and impose a starkly rightward shift across the U.S. government and society.
—Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 24 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rein
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The legal push, orchestrated by renowned attorney Jeffrey Kessler, seeks to challenge what is perceived as monopolistic practices by NASCAR, under Jim France's helm.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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She’s been critical of several of Trump’s proposed Cabinet leaders, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at the possible helm of the Health and Human Services Department.Hanna Trudo, The Hill, 15 Dec. 2024
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The government has called on Mehta to impose restrictions for a decade.Paresh Dave, WIRED, 21 Dec. 2024
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Movement on the issue, however, seems unlikely as Republicans are set to take control of the Senate in January, highlighting the challenges of imposing restrictions on a separate branch of government amid declining public confidence in the Court.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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Plyometrics is a type of exercise that involves quickly stretching and contracting muscles to create explosive movements with bodyweight resistance, increasing muscle power.Sherri Gordon, Health, 19 Dec. 2024
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The performance problems resolved via the Windows update are both related to a missing power plan specific to the Core Ultra processors—Intel didn't have those power plans ready for reviewers, who did all their testing using the generic power profiles provided with Windows.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 19 Dec. 2024
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Neely had been shouting angrily at passengers on a subway train when Penny grabbed him from behind and restrained him in a chokehold for several minutes.John Bacon, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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As analysts warn about the need for California to restrain spending, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s wish list and other new costs are threatening to unwind progress toward balancing the state budget.Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Chaired by Democratic Representative Bennie Thompson, with Cheney serving as vice chair, the select committee was dissolved in January 2023 after referring several individuals, including Trump, to the Department of Justice for prosecution.Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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The leadership changes at Banff follows Sean Cohan, president of Bell Media, becoming chair of Banff’s board of directors just as the entertainment industry is contracting after the end of Peak TV and another round of industry consolidation, especially among streaming giants, appears likely.Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Dec. 2024
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While not an ideal fit alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo due to his shooting limitations, Nance has shown progress from three this season.Brian Sampson, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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My schedule and the limitations of Nashville's system have kept me from giving up my car.Liz Schubauer, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024
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Plans for more rate cuts in 2025 have become muddied as progress on curbing inflation has stalled and uncertainties abound about what effect the incoming Trump administration will have on the economy.Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
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He's been asking people to sign a petition urging Congress to take up legislation to curb bullying nationwide.Becca Longmire, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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Morgan Metzer's assailant used zip ties to constrain her wrists before strangling her nearly unconscious twice.Nikki Battiste, CBS News, 14 Dec. 2024
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And Dexter took pains to cover his tracks, constraining his naked victims in plastic that also covered the kill room, allowing for sterile cleanup.Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Rein.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rein. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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